DTM Print has some great specialty print solutions in their portfolio, with the Primera LX610e offering full-bleed label printing with any-shape cutting. The 'Eddie' direct-to-food printer, and the FX-Series using metallic foiling to give brilliant ‘eye-catching’ results. Add to this the CX86e Colour Tag Printer, the world’s smallest LED dry toner colour label printer, and the OKI Pro1050, a unique 5 colour (CMYKW) solution. Also the NEW LX3000e wider format printer and NEW Catalyst Laser… Show more DTM Print has some great specialty print solutions in their portfolio, with the Primera LX610e offering full-bleed label printing with any-shape cutting. The 'Eddie' direct-to-food printer, and the FX-Series using metallic foiling to give brilliant ‘eye-catching’ results. Add to this the CX86e Colour Tag Printer, the world’s smallest LED dry toner colour label printer, and the OKI Pro1050, a unique 5 colour (CMYKW) solution. Also the NEW LX3000e wider format printer and NEW Catalyst Laser Marking Systems, the label material is suitable for applications in rough industrial environments or under extreme environmental conditions. All polished off with some superb finishing solutions. Show less

Business development, working with our sales team in EMEA to develop the sales channel across a network of specialist VARs and develop new business opportunities with larger accounts. Primary focus on the successful launch of the new Pro10 series narrow format label printer.

In the Specialty Print Business Unit at Oki Europe Ltd (EMEA Headquarters in Egham Surrey). I am jointly managing a range of high end graphic arts digital printing products. These printers are used for high quality digital print production across a wide range of industries; product launches, product life cycle, A&P and third party relationships, together with the monthly / annual forecasting cycle and sales & marketing collateral. Working across EMEA, in close collaboration with Oki… Show more In the Specialty Print Business Unit at Oki Europe Ltd (EMEA Headquarters in Egham Surrey). I am jointly managing a range of high end graphic arts digital printing products. These printers are used for high quality digital print production across a wide range of industries; product launches, product life cycle, A&P and third party relationships, together with the monthly / annual forecasting cycle and sales & marketing collateral. Working across EMEA, in close collaboration with Oki Corporation Japan and colleagues in five regions across EMEA; supporting trade shows, technical training & product roadmap planning. Show less

Managing key aspects of marketing for two B2B divisions within Casio UK, Mobile Technology and Systems (EPOS), trade shows, press releases, customer case studies, product information and marketing collateral.

As the sales lead, this division in Casio provided rugged hand-held data collection terminals for the retail, public transport, transport & logistics, healthcare, FFA and government sectors. Driving product and marketing strategy, and ultimately sales in the UK

Marketing Director for the EMEA region, with senior responsibility for EMEA strategy, product planning and launch, company branding, exhibitions, conferences, marketing and communications. • Overall responsibility for press releases, case studies and the design, production and distribution of EMEA sales corporate and product literature, in both printed and electronic formats. Preparation and distribution of pricing policy and EMEA T&Cs in association with the EMEA finance team.•… Show more Marketing Director for the EMEA region, with senior responsibility for EMEA strategy, product planning and launch, company branding, exhibitions, conferences, marketing and communications. • Overall responsibility for press releases, case studies and the design, production and distribution of EMEA sales corporate and product literature, in both printed and electronic formats. Preparation and distribution of pricing policy and EMEA T&Cs in association with the EMEA finance team.• After one year, an account manager for three accounts contributing 11% to the group revenue, taking over some accounts when some staff left the company. Show less

Auto-ID Product Manager initially for the UK, and then for EMEA based out of the European Head Office in the Netherlands.• Product sales of electronics to major accounts and European Distributors to hit budget five years in seven, with >90% budget during two other years. Pan-European sales developing new Distributors in the region (Spain, Belgium and UK).• Corporate marketing, product strategy and positioning within targeted vertical markets. • Product stock… Show more Auto-ID Product Manager initially for the UK, and then for EMEA based out of the European Head Office in the Netherlands.• Product sales of electronics to major accounts and European Distributors to hit budget five years in seven, with >90% budget during two other years. Pan-European sales developing new Distributors in the region (Spain, Belgium and UK).• Corporate marketing, product strategy and positioning within targeted vertical markets. • Product stock planning and pricing policy working with the Sales Director and GM, with a team of four people handling administration, product management and the sales desk. Products were usually customised solutions for specific customer projects.• European exhibition planning, design and stand management at CeBIT in Hannover.• EMEA Web site contents, development and maintenance. Preparation and distribution of AMB group press material and quarterly news magazine. Show less

Now owned by Leap Frog day nurseries. Major contribution (part-time / 25% share holder) to this business start-up in 1999, which was sold as a going-concern in early 2002. Full-time day nursery set up with my wife and business partner, for 18 children aged 6 months to 5 yr old. Free hold property and business sold complete.

Founder (80% shareholder), the exclusive UK Distributor for Omron Europe (Auto-ID) products in the UK. From 1993, distributor for Oki Semiconductor in UK. The business grew until it was acquired by Omron Europe late 1995. Employed on a two year earn-out, I remained with Omron until 2005.• Strong revenue & profit growth.• Approximately 220 customers across the UK including ICL, Siemens Nixdorf, 3C Communications, Total Oil, BP Mobile and Gilbarco.